Ansab Jahangir: The One To Watch

Designing since the age of seventeen and with a few successful exhibitions under her belt, Ansab Jahangir is finally bringing her designs to a larger audience with the launch of her upcoming store this May.

Looking through her previous collections, Ansab's inclination towards detail oriented pieces coupled with feminine silhouettes is apparent. It is this aesthetic that seems to be carried forward to Ansabs upcoming collection,‘Reminiscing Paradise’, which is full of beautiful, ethereal looks, perfect for formal day events- something us Karachites long for, come summer!

While we all wait for her collection to be released, here is a sneak peek of some exceptional pieces that will be part of Ansab Jahangir's 'Reminiscing Paradise' collection:

Golden Globes 2015- Style Vibe

I don't know about you guys but I love award shows, especially the Golden Globes, what with the show being hosted by the likes of Ricky Gervais, Amy Poehler and Tina Fey (how sad is it that this is the last year Amy and Tina will be hosting the event?). So let me start by saying that award shows are not necessarily about 'fashion'. You won't always see stars taking risks with their sartorial choices. The looks are more about looking good, even if that may come across as being safe at times. Therefore, I can't necessarily talk about the fashion at the Golden Globes; instead I'll be discussing the general vibe of what the stars were leaning towards when it came to their outfits. Here are the four major looks the stars were channeling:

OLD HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR: Award season is the time celebs really get to go all out with their looks and really amp up the glamour. This year we saw some of them take on the challenge in a more minimal and classic form, with Salma Hayek, Anna Kendrick and Taylor Schilling going for voluminous but clean cut gowns, while Amy Adams, Amal Clooney and Diane Kruger went for more column-like, figure-defining silhouettes.

Salma Hayek's Alexander McQueen fit her tiny frame perfectly, while Taylor Schilling's red Ralph Lauren gown had to be one of my favourites (anyone here an Orange Is The New Black fan?).

Salma Hayek in Alexander McQueen, Anna Kendrick in Monique Lhuillier and Taylor Schilling in Ralph Lauren

On the other hand, though I'm absolutely in love with Amal Clooney (In my opinion, she is the aspirational, new age woman), her beautiful yet understated Dior Haute Couture gown could have done without those white gloves (apparently she sew them herself.. is there aything she can't do?). Those Harry Winston earrings were definitely on point though!

And then there was Diane Kruger. It's no secret that I'm obsessed with Diana Kruger's style. I mean, look at her, she's gorgeous! Her gorgeous metallic Emilia Wickstead gown was, like her, modern yet classic.

Amy Adams in Versace, Amal Clooney in Dior Haute Couture and Diane Kruger in Emilia Wickstead

Side Note: Diane Kruger's reaction to boyfriend, Joshua Jackson's show The Affiar winning Best Television Series-Drama had to be one of the cutest Golden Globes moment!

                         

HEAVY METAL: Metallic shades reigned at the 72nd Golden Globes, with stars going for silver, high shine ensembles. I like that Emma Stone kept her accessories to a minimal so as to let her Lanvin jumpsuit really take center stage, while Dakota Johnson stood out in a sequins Chanel Couture dress.

Kate Beckinsale in Elie Saab, Dakota Johnson in Chanel Couture and Emma Stone in Lanvin

Juliane Moore, who won the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for Still Alive, looked amazing in a custom Givenchy feather gown.

Julianne Moore in Givenchy and Reese Witherspoon in Calvin Klein

THE GOLDEN GLOBE CANARIES: Celebs turned to the colour yellow for a bit of oomph to their outfits and it really seemed to pay off. My favourite had to be Jenna Dewan, who in all honestly usually tends to get over shadowed by her husband Channing Tatum (can you blame her), however, this time she managed to grab all the limelight, with a soft, almost pale yellow ensemble by Carolina Herrera. She actually looked amazing. Loved the dress, the makeup, the hair; everything! 

Leslie Mann in Kaufmanfranco, Jenna Dewan in Carolina Herrera and Naomi Watts in Gucci

GOING GIRLY: The women turned to their feminine side in pretty dresses in light tones and delicate detailing. All three looks though super feminine, were unique from one another. My favourite being  Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown Lupita Nyong'o wore that looked as good on her as it did on the runway.

Chrissy Teigen in Zuhair Murad, Lupita Nyong'o in Giambattista Valli and Sienna Miller in Miu Miu

Bonus: As a bonus, let's all just take a second to appreciate these three women who don't seem to want to age any time soon.

Heidi Klum in Versace, Cindy Crawford in Versace and Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad

Source: vogue.com, usmagazine

2015 brings back the 1970s

The 1970's are back! Look to the female style icons of the seventies to keep up with this year's trends. Here's where you can get started:

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Feminine or androgynous, there was always a sense of sensuality to their look. I think it's because there was an ease to how they dressed, like they seemed to really dress for themselves and to put their personality across. It's this confident dressing of the 70s, coupled with a balance between rocker chic and hippy nonchalance that is being carried forward to the new year.

Here's how you can bring back the seventies in 2015:

Go for a streamlined tomboy-ish look. Waistcoats are always a good idea.

Of course your pant game needs to be strong and invest in a quality pant suit à la  Bianca Jagger.

Look towards classic fabrics, like leather, suede and tweed.

If you prefer a more feminine silhouette, look for dresses with unique prints (florals are necessary) and bright colours.
Slits are another detail you should look at.

Still need some motivation? Here's some Blondie to get you going (we should also talk about the effect of music during that era as compared to today, but let's leave that discussion for another time):

Is Kim Kardashian The New Style Icon?

This week we saw Kid Kardashian and Kanye West grace the latest Balmain Menswear campaign and after months of seeing Kim K really try to transform into the next fashion maven, this campaign has got me wondering, is Kim Kardashian the new style icon?

Gone are the days of exaggerated makeup and flashy not fashion(y) outfits, after all those years of experimentation, Kim, post pregnancy,  is all about high fashion and staying close to her new style persona. The new Kim seems to take style queues from Carine Roitfeld, portraying a balance between sophisticated and risqué. And while the makeup is still very much there, the application is a lot more subtle and on trend.

But is she a style icon?

While it can be argued that style icons get their title naturally and not through a series of trial and error and numerous stylists; they also get their style icon status because their persona has an influence on the fashion world. At 5 foot 3 inches and a fair share of curves, Kim is bringing her own spin to fashion. Clothes that at first seem to be designed specifically for the tall, thin models, are garnering a whole new personality with Kim's styling. Women are now proud of their curves and they, like Kim, want to show them off. And even with Kim keeping a comparatively lighter hand or her makeup, her influence on the shift towards facial contouring can not be disregarded. If style icons are meant to be remembered, then Kim's hold on the media makes it difficult for her to be forgotten.

Think Kim Kardashian's a style icon? Get her look here:

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1. JOSEPH Clan leather pencil skirt
2. MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Strapless stretch-jersey bodysuit
3. HELMUT LANG Gala tailored blazer
4. GIANVITO ROSSI Business point-toe leather pumps
5. SAINT LAURENT Sac De Jour Nano Baby mini leather shoulder bag

SAVE

                                                                    

1. RIVER ISAND Black high waisted leather-look penci skirt
2. H&M Short-sleeved Bodysuit
3. ZARA Coat with wrap around collar
4. ZARA Leather court shoes with straps
5. H&M Handbag

Oscar de la Renta

In the world of Fashion, where everyone is continuously having to reinvent themselves, there are only a handful of designers whose work is so timeless that they alone have been able to define style.

Oscar de la Resnta, whose work truly exemplifies an everlasting style passed away last night and while there is so much to be said about this iconic man and his incomparable work, I don't think that anything I write would do justice to such a legend. Thus, I'll leave you guys with a part from Hilary Clinton's speech at the time Oscar was presented with the CFDA's Eleanor Lambert Founder's Award and a couple of pictures showcasing the wonder that was Oscar de la Renta.

"His style and personality have permeated our culture and shaped the industry for decades. His name alone evokes elegance and timeless beauty, and his designs give each of us a chance like we're special too."

                                               

RIP Oscar.

Source:http://www.vogue.co.uk/, http://www.vogue.it/, http://www.harpersbazaar.co.uk/